Saturday, 5 May 2012

Hack 'N' Slash Hero: Story Summary - Votes 21-30

You don't want to get involved in
murder, and therefore attempt to offer the Helmsman a different deal.
It turns out the question was a test – the Helmsman informs you of
where to go, then promptly disappears. With some difficulty, you
pilot the behemoth to your destination.

The behemoth blends into the landscape,
leaving you standing on a bridge leading to another tall tower. You
head towards the structure, seeing a glowing light within. However,
there is a smaller spire branching off from the tower – you choose
to investigate this first.

At the top of the smaller tower you
find a treasure chest guarded by a knight in black armour, wielding a
huge Zweihander sword. You manage to sneak to the chest and retrieve
a fire bomb, but as you attempt to leave the knight spots you.
Engaging him in combat, you slay your foe.

Entering the main tower, you find a
glowing crystal orb on a plinth in the centre. Taking up the first of
the Strength of Ages, you absorb its power, learning a new combat
skill – the 'Tornado of Pain'.

You turn to find three enormous enemies
blocking your path – you put your new skill to good use, destroying
the monsters in a flurry of attacks.

Stepping through the portal you assume
leads back to the Arcalith, you find yourself in a strange dimension
– you're playing a game and your mother is telling your to do your
homework – very odd indeed. After a bruising altercation with your
brother, you return to your game...

Feeling shaken and with very low
health, you find yourself back at the peak of the Arcalith. Hearing
the sounds of battle nearby, you head inside to search for healing
items. Your search is unsuccessful, and as you head onwards, two
scimitar-wielding monsters round the corner.

You attempt to hide from the monsters
but they discover you. Putting up a brave fight, Loupy falls under
their swords. A new warrior is summoned to continue the quest –
Chen the Sky Pirate (no.79). The two beasts are stunned – how
should he attack?